Ryzen 9 7950X3D vs Ryzen 9 9900X3D
The Ryzen 9 9900X3D is about 7% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Ryzen 9 9900X3D is 7% faster (88 vs 82).
- Cores: Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 16 vs 12.
- Power (TDP): Ryzen 9 7950X3D 120 W, Ryzen 9 9900X3D 120 W; the Ryzen 9 9900X3D delivers 7% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 9 9900X3D is 2 years newer (2025 vs 2023).
- Platform: both use socket AM5.
Specs
| Spec | Ryzen 9 7950X3D | Ryzen 9 9900X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 82 | 88 |
| Brand / series | AMD Ryzen 7000 | AMD Ryzen 9000 |
| Released | 2023 | 2025 |
| Cores | 16 | 12 |
| Threads | 32 | 24 |
| Base clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.7 GHz | 5.5 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 120 W | 120 W |
| Socket | AM5 | AM5 |